Wool and fabric jewellery to hit fashion world

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) will kick off the New Year on an optimistic note with its third edition of IIJS Signature that will be held from February 19-22, 2010 in Goa.

IIJS Signature has been conceptualized to represent and showcase the best that India has to offer in design, craftsmanship and quality. This is an exclusive platform that will see participation from India’s leading, hand-picked companies who will display Jewellery and Loose stones. Each exhibitor will present innovative collections in tune with the current design & quality trends. Starting 2010, IIJS Signature will boast of a separate section featuring Loose Diamonds & Colored Stones manufacturers who will be presenting a wide range of diamonds in every shape and size, certified by the world’s leading labs such as GIA, IGL, HRD etc.

Special Attractions at IIJS Signature also include:

• Meet Your Match Online: A unique Buyer-Seller interface allows buyers to preview products and companies to enable shortlist potential suppliers in advance.
• Your pick of “recession-proof” jewellery and loose stones from the most competitive centre

IIJS Signature promises a trade show of international standards and class through its exclusive list of exhibitors, compact size, modern exhibition concepts, great hospitality, networking opportunities, unbeatable beachside venue and much more to experience. Apart from International Visitors, about 5000 identified Domestic Retailers from all over India are being separately invited to witness this unique show


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lia sophia says jewelry can be used to accent physical features

Have you ever wished you had a different face shape, a longer neck or a more striking appearance? You're not alone. Women shop for clothing that brings out their bodies' best features. However, many women may not realize that something as simple as jewelry can also make a positively profound difference in their appearance.

"There are so many possibilities when it comes to jewelry. A necklace, bracelet or earrings can help you transition from work to night life, casual to formal, and even make you look slimmer," said Bonni Davis, Vice President of Sales for lia sophia. "With a twist to the typical New Year's resolution of weight loss, our mission is to show how jewelry can enhance a woman's physical appearance.”

For example, Davis suggests women highlight their best physical features with accessories. "To accentuate their neckline, women can wear a mid-length necklace; to keep with the trends, try out a multi-colored beaded necklace," Davis said. In addition, to bring attention to their hands, women can try out large cocktail rings in silver and black or those featuring dark colors.

In contrast, Davis said there are ways women can flatter their least favorite parts of their bodies. For women who have short necks, silver or gold oval-shaped, hoop earrings will be much more flattering to the ear and will make your face look slightly thinner. If you find that your fingers are on the shorter side, replace bold, chunky rings and rings that have a vertical design with classic bands or other elegant-looking ring styles. 

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Rajiv Sen walks ramp for Sanjana Jon at CIFW

Thirty acclaimed designers from 10 countries showcased their creations in the Chennai International Fashion Week (CIFW), which was held from 14th to 20th December'09 at Hotel Le Meridien, Chennai. The event had 60 leading models. The Fashion Week witnessed esteemed fashion designers as well as newbie designers. Some of the important designers who participated were Neeta Lulla, Sanjana Jon, Sidney Sladen, Pria Kataria Puri and Vikram Phadnis, etc. The one who grabbed the eyeballs and left the crowd awestruck was Sanjana Jon, a New York based fashion designer and sister of NRI Anand Jon. The collection was fabulous and she evinced her collection with a cause 'Save the Girl Child'. Rajiv Sen, owner of Renne Jewelers who walked the ramp second time for Sanjana says, "I am very happy to be a part of this noble cause. Sanjana has done a huge contribution by dedicating her collection to a dignified cause and her collection is spectacular.

Chennai International Fashion Week

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United Brands top 10 list of jewelry brands and watch brands

United Brands LLC , Beverly Hills, released its 2009 top 10 list of the highest ranking jewelry, watch and diamond brands in the world.

Top Jewelry Brands 2009

Top 10 Jewelry Brands - Premium

1. Graff
2. Cartier
3. Harry Winston
4. Van Cleef & Arpels
5. Bvlguri
6. Fred Leighton
7. JAR
8. Boucheron
9. David Webb
10. Leviev

Top 10 Jewelry Brands - Luxury

1. Chopard
2. Tiffany & Co.
3. Piaget
4. Mikimoto
5. de Grisogono
6. Buccellati
7. Chaumet
8. DeBeers
9. Korloff
10. Pasquale Bruni

Top 10 Jewelry Brands – Entry

1. Pandora
2. Baccarat
3. Swarovski
4. Thomas Sabo
5. Kenneth Jay Lane
6. Juicy Couture
7. Hello Kitty
8. Judith Jack
9. Judith Ripka
10. Lagos 

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Go retro with Fossil’s new collection

Fossil’s FW 09 collection is all about making vintage relevant today, in short making vintage, modern. The collection is inspired by the past, by visual creative culture ranging from industrial design, to graphic design, to fashion. The collection epitomises the values of simplicity and authenticity.

Fossil’s Collection for Men:
Hinged crystal guard, an impeccably detailed dial, finished with carefully managed combinations of brushed and polished stainless steel – is what you must look out for in the Men’s collection of Fossil. The ‘Vintage collection’ with a genuine leather cuff, highlights the dial’s rich colour and striking design. The patented ‘Twist’ collection combines the accuracy of a quartz movement with the aesthetics of a mechanical movement, thus creating a finely crafted watch. The classic brown model offers a glimpse of its drive mechanism and hence the complexity that goes into the manufacture of a Fossil watch.

Fossil’s Collection for Women:
The classic timepiece for women warms any look with its rich palette of natural tones and textures. Oblong white dial set in a stainless steel case with matching interlocking bracelet makes for a classic that blends in perfectly with work wear or weekend wear.

The collection is available across all Lifestyle, Shoppers Stop and select fine watch dealers across the country. 

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Dufry to open new shops in Egypt, Honduras, France & US

Agreements signed to open new shops in Egypt, Honduras, France and the United States Retail space expanded by more than 3%.

Dufry, a leading global travel retailer with over 1,000 outlets in 42 countries, signed agreements to operate new shops in Egypt, France, the United States and Honduras. Dufry will be adding more than 4,500 sqm, or more than 3%, to its global retail space.

The agreements in the US further strengthen Dufry's leading position in the US market and allow the company to leverage its existing business in that important region, while the contracts signed in Egypt will enable Dufry to grow its Egyptian travel retailing operations. The Honduras contract allows Dufry to operate a duty-free shop in the new seaport of Roatan, adding a promising location to Dufry's network and reinforcing its leading position in the Caribbean market. Dufry expects these expansions to enhance sales and earnings in 2010 already.

Egypt – new airports and additional duty free locations:
The contracts won in Egypt add two new locations and further expand Dufry's business in a country where it has operated successfully as a travel retailer for some years. The company has signed two five-year contracts to operate four duty-free shops in Assyut and Borg El Arab with a total retail space of 958 sqm. Both locations will have an arrival and a departure store, each offering the full assortment of duty-free products, from perfumes and cosmetics to accessories, luxury fashion, watches and jewelry.

Honduras – entering a new market:
In Honduras, Dufry has concluded a ten-year agreement to operate a 673 sqm duty-free shop in the new seaport of Roatan, an island located in Honduras Bay. The contract marks Dufry's entry into the Honduran travel retail market and reinforces its leading position in the Caribbean. The shop will offer a full assortment of duty-free products, including perfumes and cosmetics to liquor and confectionery. Roatan, which is located near the largest barrier reef in the Caribbean, has become a popular destination for scuba divers and cruise ships. Its seaport services about half a million passengers per year.

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Julianne Moore stars in BVLGARI’s Eccentric Charisma

February 2010 is the release date for Bulgari's "Eccentric Charisma" campaign, conceived as an expression of the spirit and values of the brand and an interpretation of a lifestyle that the maison has created over the years through creativity and innovation.

The star of the campaign is Julianne Moore, an actress with 48 films and 4 Oscar nominations to her credit, chosen to represent the style and personality of the Bulgari woman. A choice inspired by her timeless charisma, which transcends the trends and myths of the moment to earn her a place in the history not only of cinema, but of feminine elegance.

A woman of inescapable magnetism, confident and daring, never conventional, yet at the same time a connoisseur of refined beauty. Her world is the sum of her experiences, her encounters, her travels, and her instinctive ability to find beauty where others can not.

Julianne Moore's extraordinary combination of Pre-Raphaelite splendor, sharp intelligence and contemporary charisma was captured for the occasion by photographers Mert Alas & Marcus Piggot, who chose a setting with an Oriental flavor.

Opulent and richly colored as an exotic boudoir, furnished with sumptuous pillows, plush brocades, purple satin and peacock feathers, this is the frame that transforms Ms. Moore's unique beauty into a contemporary odalisque – mysterious, luminous and sophisticated. The utterly unexpected presence of exotic animals underscore her irresistible eccentricity and a temperament that defies all preconceptions. 

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Dufry to open new shops in Egypt, Honduras, France & US

Agreements signed to open new shops in Egypt, Honduras, France and the United States Retail space expanded by more than 3%.

Dufry, a leading global travel retailer with over 1,000 outlets in 42 countries, signed agreements to operate new shops in Egypt, France, the United States and Honduras. Dufry will be adding more than 4,500 sqm, or more than 3%, to its global retail space.

The agreements in the US further strengthen Dufry's leading position in the US market and allow the company to leverage its existing business in that important region, while the contracts signed in Egypt will enable Dufry to grow its Egyptian travel retailing operations. The Honduras contract allows Dufry to operate a duty-free shop in the new seaport of Roatan, adding a promising location to Dufry's network and reinforcing its leading position in the Caribbean market. Dufry expects these expansions to enhance sales and earnings in 2010 already.

Egypt – new airports and additional duty free locations:
The contracts won in Egypt add two new locations and further expand Dufry's business in a country where it has operated successfully as a travel retailer for some years. The company has signed two five-year contracts to operate four duty-free shops in Assyut and Borg El Arab with a total retail space of 958 sqm. Both locations will have an arrival and a departure store, each offering the full assortment of duty-free products, from perfumes and cosmetics to accessories, luxury fashion, watches and jewelry.

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Stylish watch retailer expected to open unit in 2010 at AIRMALL

Travelers in search of stylish watches, jewelry and accessories will soon be able to shop at Swatch at the AIRMALL at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. BAA Cleveland, developer of the AIRMALL at CLE, has signed a lease with the retailer. Swatch is expected to open a unit on Concourse C in February 2010.

"BAA Cleveland is pleased to add a respected international retailer such as Swatch to the specialty retail program at the new AIRMALL at CLE," said Tina LaForte, vice president of BAA Cleveland. "Moreover, travelers will be able to shop for Swatch's watches, jewelry and accessories knowing that they are paying 'Regular Mall Prices...Guaranteed.' It's part of the AIRMALL promise."

"Swatch is known for its high-quality, Swiss-born time-keeping technology," added Airport Director Ricky Smith. "As we continue to expand the concessions program, we are pleased to have Swatch join the lineup and look forward to adding more brand-name retailers in the near future."

Swatch first made its mark on the retail landscape in the 1980s, becoming well known for its colorful, collectible plastic watches. Since then, Swatch has expanded the brand to include women's fashion jewelry and sophisticated dress watches for men and women in stainless steel and leather. 

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Medical ID tags in fashion

It's statistically proven that medical identification tags save lives. Medical ID tags should be worn by the millions of people suffering from chronic conditions like diabetes, cardiac issues, asthma, allergies and other conditions that require special medical treatment. Yet only a small percentage of Americans with chronic conditions actually wear medical ID tags because either they don't want to emphasize their medical condition or the traditional, clunky medical ID tags don't fit their personal style.

Lauren's Hope creates fashionable jewelry that allows its customers to choose bracelets, necklaces, watches and other jewelry that is stylish and discreet enough to fit your own personal style, while communicating important medical information in case of an emergency. Lauren's Hope offers chic medical ID jewelry for men, women and children of all ages and styles, from elegant to funky to sports-themed jewelry. Lauren's Hope offers gift wrapping and guaranteed shipping by Christmas if ordered by Dec. 22.

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PANTONE 15-5519 Turquoise color makes fashion statement

Pantone LLC, an X-Rite company and the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries announced PANTONE 15-5519 Turquoise, an inviting, luminous hue, as the color of the year for 2010. Combining the serene qualities of blue and the invigorating aspects of green, Turquoise evokes thoughts of soothing, tropical waters and a languorous, effective escape from the everyday troubles of the world, while at the same time restoring our sense of wellbeing.

“In many cultures, Turquoise occupies a very special position in the world of color,” explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “It is believed to be a protective talisman, a color of deep compassion and healing, and a color of faith and truth, inspired by water and sky. Through years of color word-association studies, we also find that Turquoise represents an escape to many – taking them to a tropical paradise that is pleasant and inviting, even if only a fantasy.”

Whether envisioned as a tranquil ocean surrounding a tropical island or a protective stone warding off evil spirits, Turquoise is a color that most people respond to positively. It is universally flattering, has appeal for men and women, and translates easily to fashion and interiors. With both warm and cool undertones, Turquoise pairs nicely with any other color in the spectrum. Turquoise adds a splash of excitement to neutrals and browns, complements reds and pinks, creates a classic maritime look with deep blues, livens up all other greens, and is especially trend-setting with yellow-greens. 

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Record sized Synthetic Blue Diamonds available through D.NEA

The world's largest man-made blue diamonds have arrived just in time for the holidays. Five blue diamonds all over one carat have just come up for sale through D.NEA, the leading supplier of synthetic diamonds, including one of the world's largest gem-quality man-made blue diamonds: a 1.24ct fancy intense blue round brilliant, which is not only beautiful but affordable and eco-friendly.

Natural blue diamonds are extremely rare and can fetch over one million dollars per carat. Over the past decade, scientists have reproduced conditions found deep inside the earth and have grown gem-quality diamonds inside of machines, though results have been primarily orange and yellow diamonds. D.NEA has been selling gem-quality blue diamonds for nearly five years, though until recently most of them have been under one carat. "We have seen some remarkable and much larger blue diamonds in the past few months and currently have emerald, round, asscher, princess and radiant cut blue diamonds all over one carat, with similar stones currently in production," says D.NEA's President, Eric Franklin. 

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Brisbane Vintage Fashion Fair

It’s Christmas, and you’re searching for original and inspired vintage fashions and gifts…

Glittering brooches, perfume bottles, lucite bangles, painted fans, beaded evening bags, cuff links, retro earrings,compacts, parasols, trinket boxes, hat pins, handpainted buttons, Victorian lace collars, vintage scarves and men’s ties are among the myriad of collectables and keepsakes that are to be found at the fair.

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Hidden gem in Beverly Hills!!

Leon’s Fine Jewelry, Beverly Hills, California, welcomes all visitors and holiday shoppers to visit their boutique on Beverly Drive for an unforgettable fine jewelry experience. A fixture and “best kept secret” in Beverly Hills, Leon’s has expanded its holiday gift selections of diamonds, pearls, precious gems and fine jewelry. As one of a few authorized jewelers, Leon’s carries the De Beers Everlon Diamond Knot Collections within their extraordinary jewelry showroom that has been a hidden gem in Beverly Hills for almost ten years.

“Shopping is a unique pleasure at Leon’s Fine Jewelry. This beautiful retail salon in Beverly Hills is the culmination of our thirty years of passion and commitment to excellence in jewelry design, workmanship and customer service,” said Leon Haytayan, founder and President of Leon’s Fine Jewelry. “When we opened the boutique, we opened our hearts to all residents, shoppers and visitors of this magnificent city to experience and enjoy our first class service and indulge in our affordable luxury.”

Nestled in a romantic storefront reminiscent of summertime in Provence, Leon’s offers a selection of exquisite merchandise that is unparalleled in the fine jewelry industry. The boutique is centrally located in Beverly Hills, just a short drive fro

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SpongeBob SquarePants jewelry set to hit Zales

Simmons Jewelry Co. and Nickelodeon/Viacom Consumer Products announce the launch of SpongeBob SquarePants jewelry set to hit Zales jewelry stores beginning in December 2009. Inspired by the beloved residents of Bikini Bottom, the SpongeBob Fine Jewelry Collection includes fashionable designs crafted from sterling silver and Swarovski crystals.

"We are always looking for innovative ideas to develop fine jewelry. The Nickelodeon partnership to license SpongeBob is the perfect addition to the Simmons Jewelry Co. family in order to make the jewelry industry more relevant to today's consumer," Russell Simmons, CEO of Simmons Jewelry Co describes the new collection.

Debuting on December 8th, 2009 on Zales.com and at select Zales stores nationwide, the SpongeBob Collection features dog tags, rings, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets, all made with unique elements and designs. The SpongeBob Eye Pendant, a sterling silver dog tag encrusted with Swarovski crystals, is the highlight of the collection and is ideal for family and friends alike. 

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Mr de Narp joins Harry Winston from Cartier

Harry Winston Diamond Corporation announced the appointment of Mr. Frederic de Narp to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of Harry Winston, Inc., its New York-based jewelry and watch subsidiary, effective January 4, 2010.

Mr. de Narp joins Harry Winston from Cartier International, where he recently served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Cartier North America. He succeeds Mr. Tom O'Neill who led Harry Winston, Inc. through its transition from a family owned business to a global network of 19 retail salons over the last 5 years.

Mr. de Narp's successful global career in luxury retail began 18 years ago at Cartier in Japan. Over the course of almost two decades, his ascension through the executive ranks at Cartier took him to competitive and emerging markets throughout Asia (Tokyo) and Europe (Switzerland, Italy and Greece) and in 2005 he moved to New York to oversee Cartier North America.

Chairman and CEO Robert Gannicott said: "We are delighted that Frederic will be joining Harry Winston, Inc. He has an innate ability for understanding the luxury consumer's needs in the United States and globally. Frederic brings high energy as well as a clear vision of the relevance of luxury and jewelry to the modern world. His industry expertise, combined with our company's unrivalled position in the market, will play an integral role in the development and growth of the Harry Winston business and brand internationally."

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IBERJOYA highlights brands' focus on designer jewellery

The forty-third edition of IBERJOYA, the International Jewellery, Silverware, Watch and Related Industry Exhibition, ended last 13th September. This event, which is organised by IFEMA, took place in Hall 10 at FERIA DE MADRID and presented the products and services of 350 exhibiting companies. The fair, which was staged within the framework of Giftrends Madrid and coincided with INTERGIFT and BISUTEX, welcomed some 13,794 professionals. The three events as a whole recorded the attendance of a total of 48,992 professionals.

Another outstanding aspect of the fair was the strong level of attendance on the part of foreign buyers. On this occasion, they numbered nearly one thousand professionals from 69 different countries, including large groups from Portugal, Italy, France, Germany, India and the United States.

From Spain itself, after the visitors from Madrid, who accounted for 24.3% of the overall figure, we might mention the professionals who attended the fair from the Regions of Andalusia(15.09%), Valencia(8.95%), Catalonia(7.10%), Castile-Leon(6.48%) and Galicia(6.07%). 

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Fashion & design play a key role at BISUTEX

Giftrends Madrid, the leading showcase for new features within the consumer goods and home furnishings industry, staged its fifty-seventh edition between 10th and 14th September at the halls of FERIA DE MADRID.

This trade event encompassed the simultaneous staging of INTERGIFT, IBERJOYA and BISUTEX and featured the participation of some 1,461 exhibiting companies, as well as welcoming a total of 48,992 trade visitors.

Organised by IFEMA, Giftrends Madrid presented a comprehensive showcase aimed at catering for the forthcoming Christmas and New Year marketing campaigns. More than 82,000 square metres of exhibition space were set aside in order to present the latest ideas in gifts, decoration products, jewellery, fashion jewellery and accessories. This showcase once again testified to the organisers' efforts to boost business activity within the industry, based on some carefully-designed displays and a selection of products characterised by high levels of quality, fashion and innovation.

In this respect, INTERGIFT, IBERJOYA and BISUTEX offered professionals an ideal working setting in which to consolidate their business activities and make contact with members of the industry, whilst also providing a key information forum and easy access to an overview of the latest international trends on the market. With regard to the breakdown of results according to fair, we might highlight the fact that INTERGIFT enjoyed the direct participation of 750 exhibiting companies and presented an exhibition area measuring 61,000 square metres throughout seven different halls. For its part, BISUTEX staged its largest edition to date, based on the participation of 361 companies and an exhibition area measuring 9,665 square metres in Hall 7. The two fairs together, which share an increasing number of distribution channels, welcomed a total of 35,198 professionals. IBERJOYA featured the participation of some 350 companies and attracted some 13,794 professionals.

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Style your ears with Conversations

The rules of staying trendy as well classy just got simpler! Let your earring do this for you. Style your ears with hoops, long danglers or fancy studs and stand out this wedding season, when you have too many occasions but not enough appropriate jewellery.

Targeting especially the celebrated season of weddings,Tanishq, India’s most admired jewellery brand has launched ‘Conversations’, an exclusive range of sparkling Gold and dazzling Diamond earrings that spell magic cast as well as style in life which any individual can adorn. The collection features an exquisite range of earrings with higher convolution justified through the intricate designs and workmanship.

Tanishq ‘Conversations’ range highlights the progressiveness of the Indian woman who is looking for newness in a regular product. Crafted to meet the evolving taste of her, this collection features a unique blend of contemporary as well as retro designs, offering an opportunity to ‘let the ears do the talking’.

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Treat yourself to the luxury of handcrafted jewelry!

Alloys by Design announced the introduction of its Signature collection of handcrafted jewelry.

"We are very proud to show this new line of jewelry," said Melanie Dean, VP of Sales for Alloys by Design. "Audrey Burchett, the owner/designer, makes all of our jewelry by hand, one piece at a time. When you buy a piece of jewelry from Alloys by Design you know that you have a unique piece of high quality jewelry."

Audrey Burchett has been crafting jewelry for seven years - each of her designs are unique pieces of art.

For this new line, Audrey created a unique process, which she has termed the "Archean Process." The lengthy process starts with mixing and melting a special alloy of silver and other metals. As she heats this new alloy, the metals within the alloy begin to melt at different temperatures, creating interesting textures and ripples on the surface of the metal. Once the metal has become texturized, Audrey then works with naturally occurring patinas in the metal to create a colorful abstract design. The result is a beautiful, vivid, completely original work of art.

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DiamondGeezer implements ban on diamonds from Zimbabwe

DiamondGeezer, a leading online fine diamond jeweller has implemented an immediate trading ban on all diamonds from Zimbabwe’s Marange diamond fields due to severe human rights violations. The ban does not apply to all diamonds from Zimbabwe only those from the Marange area. Severe human rights violations have taken place in the diamond fields of Marange, Zimbabwe and the DiamondGeezer board of directors has passed a resolution banning the trade or use of any Marange diamonds.

No Blood DiamondsZimbabwe is home to 11.9 million people and accounts for a tiny and estimated 0.4 percent of global diamond production. This once thriving landlocked African country has become increasingly dependent on diamond exports to support its collapsed economy. Partnership Africa Canada, a leading regional NGO has reported that Zimbabwe's diamond industry is out of control. ‘The government has expropriated diamond lands and companies without due process and awarded the prizes to ZANU-PF supporters and to the military. It has used brute force to clear the diamond fields…murdering hundreds of people in the process. Increasing military control in almost all of the diamond mines, and over the Ministry suggests that a new conflict scenario may be developing.’

Zimbabwe's ninth largest export, diamond exports are valued at 33 million U.S dollars a year. In recent years there is a 1.33 million carats of diamonds shortfall between what the country has mined and what the country has exported. Valued at $150 million, the general belief and assumption is that they have been illegally smuggled out of the country. 

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